Commentary upon the Prophecy of Isaiah

The Prophet confirms the faithful again in the certainty of Gods word:¹ First, to give them certain assurance of being §1restored to their first freedom: and next, §2that he might in the mean while sustain their hearts in good hope, during this sore bondage. He speaks elegantly in the commendation of this message, that the faithful might content themselves in this calamity, with the offer of the hope of their salvation to come. For indeed, they were to embrace this consolation propounded unto them, that being fortified therewith, they might quietly and patiently expect an happy issue of the promise. That the faithful then might bridle their desires by patience, he adorns the word of God wi•h excellent titles. (As if he should say) Can you be so unthankful, as not to content your selves with this inestimable treasure of God word, which brings so many commodities with it? Will you let loose the reins to your• unbridled affections? Will ye indeed complain of God? For his meaning is to call back the people from their diffidence, who were overcarried through divers allurements, and would not rest securely upon the truth of Gods word. For this cause he extols the excellency of his doctrine, and shows, that the Lord will give much more by it, then we can ask or think.